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Coronavirus Hits Blacks, Hispanics Harder, Early U.S. Data Show
Chronic health conditions and socio-economic factors are to blame, experts say
Small Businesses Can Get Help from Coronavirus Stimulus
Paycheck Protection Program offers owners money to retain employees, stay afloat during pandemic
Forest Whitaker's Journey As an Accomplished Actor
Oscar winner says he plays roles to learn more about humanity
Black Women Had to Fight for Their Right to Vote
They were suffragists combating both racism and sexism long after the 19th Amendment was passed
Black Inventor's Super Soaker Water Gun Turns 30
The NASA rocket scientist hopes to relaunch his super-popular water pistol this spring
Social Security Helps African Americans Save for Retirement
New insights on finances for white and African American households
Henry Louis Gates Jr. on Ancestry's Impact for Us All
'Finding Your Roots' host says there's 'never been a better time' to check out your family tree
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Civil Rights
11 Fascinating Stops Along the U.S. Civil Rights Trail
Visit the Southern sites where ordinary citizens fought injustice and made history
6 Leaders Who Carry On the Legacy of 50 Years Ago
Even after the passage of sweeping federal laws, the dream of equality has been only partially achieved
Places Where You Can Walk in MLK Jr.'s Footsteps
The civil rights leader traveled across the United States — and almost died in New York City
Video Spotlight
Man Faces His Family’s History of Early Onset Alzheimer’s
African Americans have a higher risk of this disease
Losing Weight After Age 50 is Tough. Here’s How to Do It
Follow these tips to make an impact on your diet
Entertainment
'Hidden Figures' Among Great Films About Black Experience
From Dr. Dre to unsung NASA geniuses, heroes of American history are immortalized in these films
'Black Patriots' Shows Fighters on Both Sides of Revolution
Slaves 'saw an opportunity for freedom, and they took it,' Executive Producer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar says
'They've Gotta Have Us' Explores Blacks in Cinema
Hattie McDaniel of 'Gone With The Wind' opened doors as the first black actor to win an Oscar
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